Biohazardous Waste Disposal
Non-Controlled Pharmaceutical Waste
Safe Solutions for Non-Controlled Pharmaceutical Waste Management
Non-controlled pharmaceutical waste, also known as over-the-counter (OTC) medications, refers to expired, unused, or unwanted drugs that are not classified as addictive or dangerous. While seemingly harmless, improper disposal of these medications can lead to serious consequences, including:
- Environmental contamination
- Accidental ingestion
- Misuse and addiction
Non-controlled pharmaceutical waste should be segregated from other types of waste, such as sharps waste, hazardous waste, and regular trash. This helps to prevent contamination and ensure proper disposal.
Tips for safely disposing non-controlled pharmaceutical waste:
- Remove the medication from its original container to protect personal information and make it more difficult for someone to identify the medication.
- You can crush or mix the medication with something unpalatable, like coffee grounds or kitty litter, to further deter accidental ingestion.
- Do not flush medications down the toilet or drain. This can contaminate the water supply.
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